Re: Re: HYB: Strength

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• Subject: Re: [iris] Re: HYB: Strength
• From: A*@aol.com
• Date: Fri, 24 Mar 2006 09:42:36 EST
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In a message dated 3/24/2006 7:34:16 A.M. Central Standard Time,  
lmann@volfirst.net writes:

<<Would not necessarily equate 'large' foliage with good health,  ability
to tolerate drought and late freezes.  I guess I pay more  attention to
large root systems capable of fast growth than on large  foliage.>>
 
Large foliage will not 'survive' long if not supported by an equally large  
root system, or balance. Root system is my second standard for sorting 
seedlings  at planting time,  therefore becoming my number one criteria.    Large 
seedlings with the support of good linear root systems are planted  first in the 
row.  Followed by large seedlings with less roots. 
 
 

 
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